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Villages in Montgomery County?

Villages are local, volunteer-led, grassroots organizations that aim to support community members who choose to age-in-place. Villages foster social connections through activities. Many also coordinate help at home using a model of neighbors helping neighbors. Montgomery County has about two dozen villages, active or in development. Villages organize community events such as book clubs, walking groups, knitting clubs, guest speakers and outings. Each village is designed by local community members to reflect their interests and needs. For example, some villages focus on serving older residents; others choose a more intergenerational approach. Some charge a membership fee; others charge no fee and are all-volunteer. For more information, go to  montgomerycountymd.gov/village.

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Design For Life - Building Accessible Homes

Design for Life Montgomery is the first voluntary certification program in Maryland for Visit-Ability and Live-Ability in single family attached and detached homes located in Montgomery County. The guidelines apply to both new construction and renovation. Please see the web site below for further information. 

The Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) has launched a revised Design for Life (referred to as "DFL" or "Design for Life") Incentive Program intended to increase the stock of visitable and livable housing in Montgomery County through tax incentives, promotion of Design for Life principles and businesses engaged in providing housing that meets Design for Life standards and through collaboration with stakeholder partners. 

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Senior Tax Credit

The County introduced this credit in levy year 2007 for eligible residents at least 65 years of age. This credit is calculated as 50 percent of the combined State Homeowners’ Tax Credit and County Supplement. This credit, if applicable, is added to the County Supplement and reduces the taxpayer’s tax bill.  For more information, check finance website.

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Renters Tax Credit

If they meet the income requirements, renters with household income up to $73,000 may qualify for a tax credit (receive a check) if they are either age 60 or older; 100% disabled; or, under age 60 with children under age 18.

• Visit MD Department of Assessment & Taxation and print one out online. Then fill out the form, include supporting documents, and mail it to the address provided.
• Applications are due September 1; it’s good to file early.
• Montgomery County’s Renters Tax Credit is managed by Maryland and enhanced by Montgomery County. Renters who qualify will receive one check from Maryland and another from Montgomery County. Checks from Montgomery County are mailed once a year, in January. 

Note: Montgomery County Department of Housing and Community Affairs is ensuring the safety of rental housing by inspecting a sample of each multifamily rental property in the County by July 2019. If you have any concerns, call “311” or 240-777-0311 to learn how Montgomery County can provide renters free, confidential, anonymous help with ensuring housing safety, mediating conflicts, and advocating for tenants.

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Property Tax Deferral

If you are age 65 years or older and your family income is less than about $80,000, you may be eligible to defer the increase in the County Property Tax portion of your bill. Check  montgomerycountymd.gov/seniordeferral.

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Housing for Seniors/Elderly

The programs on this page provide housing specifically for people with disabilities. However, persons with disabilities should also look into our other housing programs, for which they may qualify, including Public Housing and the Housing Choice Voucher program.For information about housing that is not owned or operated by HOC, contact the Housing Assistance and Resource Service at (240) 627-9400.

• Independent Living Communities
• Other Affordable Housing Options for Seniors 

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Senior Living Apartment Communities

Three apartment communities in Montgomery County for persons over 62 years of age with moderate incomes. Applicants should call the property directly for information about applying. Apartments are available for persons needing accessible units. Amenities include: on-site management, laundry facilities, individually controlled heat and air conditioning, wall-to-wall carpeting, full kitchens and entry-guard systems. Again, apply directly to the individual apartment.

Bauer Park Apartments

• 301-460-4545
• 14635 Bauer Drive, Rockville

Located off Norbeck Road and Bauer Drive, across the street from Rock Creek Village Shopping Center and adjacent to the County Community Center. The three-story residence building includes: elevators, efficiency and one-bedroom apartments, and a community room located in the center building.

Town Center Apartments

• 301-424-5450 
• 90 Monroe Street, Rockville

Located across the street from the County's Executive Office Building, just a few blocks from the Rockville Metro, shopping, and the Rockville Library. This ten-story building has 74 one bed-room apartments and 38 efficiencies.

The Oaks at Four Corners

• 301-681-6632 321 
• University Blvd. West, Silver Spring

Located off I-495 in the Four Corners area of Silver Spring. The elevator-equipped building offers a variety of one- and two-bedroom apartments. Amenities and services included in the monthly rental fee are evening meals in the Dining Room, social and recreational activities, emergency medical system, 24-hour maintenance, front door intercom system, and much more.

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